Green Deen Ibrahim Abdul Matin

Name: Green Deen By Ibrahim Abdul Matin
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Green Deen by Ibrahim Abdul Matin

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Summary

Muslims are compelled by their religion to praise their Creator, pray, fast and give charity. But what is not widely known is that there are deep and long-standing connections between Islamic teachings and environmentalism.

Green Deen Summary

Green Deen: What Islam Teaches About Protecting the Planet by Ibrahim Abdul Matin

In this groundbreaking book, Ibrahim Abdul-Matin draws on research, scripture and interviews with Muslim Americans to trace Islam's profound dedication to humankind's collective role as stewards of the Earth. Abdul-Matin points out that the Prophet Muhammad declared that 'the Earth is a mosque.' Green means 'path' or 'way' in Arabic. Abdul-Matin offers dozens of examples of how Muslims can follow, and already are following, a Green Deen in four areas: 'waste, watts (energy), water and food.' At last, people of all beliefs can appreciate the gifts and contributions that Islam and Muslims bring to the environmental movement.

Green Deen Reviews

'Ibrahim Abdul-Matin's deep connection with Islam and the environment helps to make his book clear, easy to read, balanced and convincing.' - Harfiyah Abdel Haleem, Islamic Foundation for Ecology and Environmental Sciences, UK 'Ibrahim-Abdul Matin not only shows the myriad ways American Muslims are contributing to the resolution of the environmental crisis that threatens us all, but he goes a long way toward humanizing the Muslim community by sharing with the reader the lives of so many extraordinary, talented and visionary people.' - Imam Zaid Shakir, cofounder, Zaytuna Institue 'Green Deen shows how the authentic religious values and practices of Islam should lead to a wholesome, healthy and compassionate lifestyle that benefits all living things. Abdul-Matin writes in accessible, intelligent and motivating language, making this an excellent book for all readers.' - Ingrid Mattson, PhD, President, The Islamic Society of North America

About Ibrahim Abdul Matin

For the past ten years, Ibrahim Abdul-Matin has been at the intersection for the arts, music, organising, activism, and philanthropy. As a linebacker at the University of Rhode Island and Political Science Major, Ibrahim was a finalist for the prestigious NCAA Scholar and Athlete award. In 2000, he became an Outward Bound instructor and by 2002 was part of the founding team of the Brooklyn Academy for Science and the Environment. He has also been published in ColorLines, WireTap Magazine, Wenited, and Left Turn. Abdul-Matin is also a full time community organizer currently working at Transportation Alternatives and within the American Muslim community. A Green for All fellow, Abdul-Matin has become a frequent contributor on news broadcasts in America.

Additional information

Sku

GOR009851662

ISBN 13

9781847740403

ISBN 10

1847740405

Title

Green Deen: What Islam Teaches About Protecting the Planet by Ibrahim Abdul Matin

Author

Ibrahim Abdul Matin

Condition

Used - Very Good

Binding type

Paperback

Publisher

Kube Publishing Ltd

Year published

20120821

Number of pages

236

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N/A

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